Department: Legal                                                                                                               Station: Nairobi (HQ)

Job Title: Senior Associate                                                                                                  Report to: Managing Partner

Job Summary

We are a boutique corporate commercial law firm looking for a Senior Associate to join our team. The Senior Associate will be responsible for providing legal advice to clients on various corporate and commercial matters. The successful candidate will be expected to have a strong understanding of corporate and commercial law and have the ability to work independently and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice to clients on various corporate and commercial matters, including but not limited to mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, securities law, and commercial contracts.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis to provide clients with accurate and timely advice.
  • Draft and negotiate various legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Attend meetings with clients and assist with the negotiation and closing of transactions.
  • Manage client relationships and maintain a high level of client satisfaction.
  • Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and support staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Keep up-to-date with developments in corporate and commercial law and provide guidance to the firm on changes in the law that may affect clients.
  • Participate in business development activities, including attending conferences, networking events, and preparing pitches and proposals.

Requirements:

  • A law degree from a recognized institution and a valid license to practice law in the jurisdiction.
  • At least 4 years of experience in a busy corporate and commercial law.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
  • A track record of delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
  • A desire to continuously learn and stay up-to-date with developments in the legal field.

If you have the qualifications and experience, we are looking for and are interested in joining our team, kindly submit your application to info@mmagareadvocates.com.